Status of nameThis name is of an entity that is currently accepted taxonomically.

Synonym(s)No synonyms are currently included in AlgaeBase.

Distributional notes
Tasmania. Known only from the type locality.

General environmentThis is a freshwater species.

DescriptionValves linear-clavate, tumid at the centre, with rounded poles. Length 67.5-97.5 mm. Breadth 9-10 mm. Raphe lateral, slightly undulate, internal proximal ends recurved. Striae parallel to radiate, strongly radiate at footpole. Striae denser at headpole. Striae six to eight in 10 mm at centre. Axial area narrow, linear, expanded at the centre to form a rectangular central area. Central area with a single, small stigma at the end of an elongated stria. Apical pore field prominent at footpole. Septa distinct.